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The Evergreen Park 14U All-Stars made a thrilling comeback in their Little League Softball World Series opener against Milano, Italy, winning 16-15. Key players, Layne Schillo and Molly Racz, both contributed significantly with three hits and five RBIs. The game-winning hit was delivered by Addison Mrskos in the final inning. Managed by Adam Goyke, the team will face Irmo, South Carolina, next. Fans can stream the games on ESPN+, while the Evergreen Park Girls Softball Association continues fundraising for the players’ travel costs.
Evergreen Park – The Evergreen Park 14U All-Stars delivered a thrilling comeback win in their opener of the Little League Softball World Series against Milano, Italy, securing a final score of 16-15. The game, held on Sunday afternoon, was a roller-coaster of emotions and viewed by many community members during a watch party at 115 Bourbon Street.
During the intense matchup, the Evergreen Park team faced significant challenges but managed to rally back to clinch the victory. Key players in the game included Layne Schillo and Molly Racz, both of whom made vital contributions with three hits and five RBIs each. The critical moment of the game came when Addison Mrskos delivered the game-winning hit in the bottom of the sixth inning, bringing in two runners for a dramatic walk-off finish.
The Evergreen Park 14U All-Stars are under the management of Adam Goyke, assisted by coaches Bill Hovanex and Megan Schillo. The roster includes talented players: Molly Goyoke, Layne Schillo, Addison Mrskos, Sam Johnson, Ava Krueger, Liv Hovanec, Makenna Juarez, Mackenzie Norbut, Molly Racz, and Ceci Chavez.
Next up, Evergreen Park will face Irmo, South Carolina, in their second game of the tournament, scheduled for 3 p.m. CT on Monday, July 28. Following this matchup, the team has two additional games confirmed: one on Tuesday, July 29, at 3:30 p.m. CT, and another on Wednesday, July 30, at noon CT. These games are crucial as the top ten teams in the tournament are divided into two pools of five, and the top four from each pool will advance to the quarter-finals. From there, winners will move on to semi-finals and ultimately compete for the championship on August 1 and 2.
For fans eager to catch the action, games from the Little League Softball World Series are available for streaming on ESPN+ through various platforms, including Hulu and Prime Video.
The Evergreen Park Girls Softball Association is actively fundraising to support the players’ travel costs for competing in the prestigious World Series. Their journey to this event has been notable, as the team previously won the state championship on July 9 and excelled to secure the Central Regional Championship in Pendleton, Indiana. This marks the second time in history that an Illinois junior team has qualified for the Little League Softball World Series.
As excitement builds within the Evergreen Park community, supporters remain hopeful for further victories as the All-Stars continue their quest for the championship title.
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- Patch: Where to Watch Evergreen Park 14U All-Stars
- Google Search: Evergreen Park 14U All-Stars Little League Softball
- Patch: Evergreen Park 14U All-Stars Departure Watch Party
- Wikipedia: Little League
- ABC7 Chicago: Attorney Looking into Little League Ruling
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Little League
- Journal Courier: Beardstown All-Stars Play for State Title
- Google News: Little League Softball
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